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Sporter Stocks For Weatherby Vanguard/ Mossberg Short Action - Sporter Stock Sa Vanguard, Howa, S&W, Mossberg Tan/Black
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SKU: 430104896
Overview
This sporter-style stock is built for short-action rifles in the Howa 1500, Weatherby Vanguard, Smith & Wesson 1500, and Mossberg 1500 families with standard barrel contour. It offers a cheekpiece and a no-checkering exterior, giving it a straightforward layout suited to hunters who want a clean, traditional stock profile. The full aluminum bedding block runs from the grip to the front swivel stud, and the design uses no pressure pad or free-floating arrangement. A 1-inch Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad and 13.5-inch length of pull round out a setup intended for practical field use without unnecessary extras.
Why Hunters Choose the Bell & Carlson
Fits Howa
1500, Weatherby Vanguard, Smith &
Standard Barrel
Contour rifles
Full Aluminum
Bedding block extends from grip
Includes 1-inch
Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad
13.5-inch Length
Of pull suits a defined
Key Features
- Sporter-style stock with cheekpiece and no checkering.
- Fits Howa 1500, Weatherby Vanguard, Smith & Wesson 1500, and Mossberg 1500.
- Designed for short action rifles with standard barrel contour.
- Full aluminum bedding block extends from the grip to the front swivel stud.
- Includes a 1-inch Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad.
- Features a 13.5-inch length of pull and weighs approximately 2.25 pounds.
Best Used For
- Hunters replacing a factory stock on a short-action Howa 1500 or Weatherby Vanguard.
- Users wanting a sporter-style stock with cheekpiece and no checkering.
- Rifles with standard barrel contour needing a full aluminum bedding block.
- Hunters preferring a 13.5-inch length of pull and recoil pad.
- Owners of compatible Smith & Wesson 1500 or Mossberg 1500 rifles.
Specifications
| Action | Short Action |
|---|---|
| Barrel Contour | Standard barrel contour |
| Bedding Block | Full aluminum bedding block extends from the grip to the front swivel stud |
| Checkering | No |
| Cheekpiece | Yes |
| Fits | Howa 1500, Weatherby Vanguard, Smith & Wesson 1500, Mossberg 1500 |
| Length Of Pull | 13.5-inch |
| Pressure Pad | No pressure pad/free floating |
| Recoil Pad | 1-inch Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad |
| Stock Style | Sporter style |
| Weight | Approximately 2.25 pounds |
Pros
- Fits Howa 1500, Weatherby Vanguard, Smith & Wesson 1500, and Mossberg 1500 short actions.
- Designed for standard barrel contour rifles.
- Full aluminum bedding block extends from grip to front swivel stud.
- Includes a 1-inch Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad.
- 13.5-inch length of pull suits a defined stock fit.
- Approximately 2.25 pounds for a relatively light stock option.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Sporter styling with cheekpiece but no checkering, so it offers a simpler exterior than textured stocks.
- Fits only Howa 1500, Weatherby Vanguard, Smith & Wesson 1500, and Mossberg 1500 in short action with standard barrel contour, so compatibility is specific.
- The full aluminum bedding block and no pressure pad/free floating setup may be a more specialized fit than a conventional stock arrangement.
- A 13.5-inch length of pull and approximately 2.25-pound weight may not suit every shooter or build preference.
Suggested Comparisons
- Rifle stocks
- Replacement stocks for bolt-action rifles
- Short-action rifle accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Bedding block installation hardware
- Recoil pad accessories
- Rifle sling
- Scope mounting hardware
Frequently Asked Questions
Which rifles does this stock fit?
It is listed to fit Howa 1500, Weatherby Vanguard, Smith & Wesson 1500, and Mossberg 1500 rifles with standard barrel contour.
Is this stock for short action rifles?
Yes. The product is specified for short action.
Does the stock include a bedding block?
Yes. The description says it has a full aluminum bedding block that extends from the grip to the front swivel stud.
What recoil pad and length of pull does it have?
It includes a 1-inch Pachmayr Decelerator recoil pad and a 13.5-inch length of pull.
Does it have checkering or a pressure pad?
No. The stock is described as having no checkering, and it uses a no pressure pad/free floating setup.